Wellness Offerings
Wellness Matters
Staff offerings to Local Wellness
Jada Blitz
A full-service fitness facility located on Transit Road in Williamsville. They offer everything from personal training, group fitness classes, nutritional coaching, Pilates, yoga, physical therapy access, sauna, etc. They would love to offer all Buffalo Public School employees a discount of no enrollment fee ($39.99) and $5 off every membership level/month.
AND they offer Balanced Body Foods, a fresh food meal preparation company offering nutritional balanced meals. There are two retail locations: Transit Road in Williamsville and Hertel Avenue in North Buffalo. Meals can be ordered online for pick-up, or delivery OR employees can come into one of our retail locations and purchase meals from our coolers. They are also extending a discount to BPS employees of 10% off all orders online/in-store and FREE home delivery
StretchLab
What is StretchLab?
"There's no one reason why people find themselves at StretchLab. Some clients are looking to improve their sports performance, some are looking to decrease joint pain and others simply just want a great stretch. No matter what brings you into StretchLab – the benefits of a professional assisted stretching routine are tremendous.
Don't just stretch - get stretched. StretchLab's team of highly trained Flexologists® will give you a deeper stretch than you could ever achieve on your own."
$10 off the cost of a monthly memberships to BPS employees. You MUST show BOTH a current paystub (date on stub must be within 2 weeks of beginning membership) AND a BPS or NYS ID in order to get $10 off the cost of a membership.
What are the Benefits?
IMPROVE SPORTS PERFORMANCE - Above all else, we celebrate the freedom to move, to participate, and to engage in the life you want to have.
INCREASE RANGE OF MOTION & FLEXIBILITY - A proper stretching routine over time increases your range of motion and flexibility – making everyday tasks easier and improving your quality of life.
REDUCE MUSCLE AND JOINT PAIN - Stretching helps to alleviate muscle tension, reducing pain in sore areas and joint pain as well as aid in injury and pain prevention.
IMPROVE POSTURE - Proper alignment and balance through stretching helps improve overall posture and allows you to stand taller.
REDUCE STRESS - Stretching benefits both your physical well-being and your mental health, as it allows the blood and oxygen to flow better, improving mental clarity.
Where are they Located?
There are 2 locations!
Northtowns 8214 Transit Rd, Amherst NY 14221
Southtowns 3860 McKinley Parkway, Suite 230, Blasdell NY 14219
Visit their website for more information - https://www.stretchlab.com
Be Embodied
Be Embodied is a holistic group practice that brings mental, physical and spiritual providers together under one roof to provide our community with the holistic, trauma informed, collaborative care they deserve. They offer therapy sessions, psychotherapy, on-site nutritionist, yoga and special events. Please check out their website for more information: https://bemindfulliving.com/
Below is information about who they are and what they offer. They have great upcoming events this summer! Look to the website for information about their Hike Retreats June-September, where they focus on mindfulness and connection with nature.
In addition, they created a special $30 off yoga package that can be applied to our 10-class pack (usually $150).
The coupon code is: "BPSSTAFF". They are located at both 2790 Delaware Ave, Kenmore, NY 14217 and 5872 Main St, Williamsville, NY 14221. They provide clients with the same quality care both virtually as well as in person.
Neighborhood Barre
"No matter where you are in your fitness journey, NEIGHBORHOOD barre will meet you there and take you to the next level. Our method is designed to cater to ALOLO fitness levels. We offer barre, strength & HIIT classes in a community that is comfortable, inviting and fun!"
First class is FREE! Enjoy additional classes at 10% off on any membership or class pack. Use code BPS10
They are located at 1020 Elmwood Ave in the District West Lofts (next door to Jack Rabbit restaurant).
Highmark Blue 365
Offers discounts on apparel & footwear, gym memberships, vision & hearing aids, nutrition and personal care. To register, please use the link below. There are also flyers attached to this communication. https://www.blue365deals.com/BCBSWNY/
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